This is a list of some of the most expensive and over the top hotels in the world. These aren’t your average or budgeted types of stay because what you’ll experience inside the hotel suites will give you a long-lasting memory of five-star treatment, exquisite foods, top-notch amenities and more inside these hotels.

The construction cost of this hotel owned by Telman Ismailov is $1.65B. It’s considered one of the high-end hotels of Europe since it houses the largest swimming pool in the Mediterranean which can fit 1,000 guests. Some of the materials that make up the interior are gold leaf, Italian marble, and crystal. There are 10 dining spots, a spa, 17 bars and a sunken aquarium with 9,000 tons of white sand which came from Egypt. There’s also a 24/7 butler service.

Burj Al Arab Hotel, Dubai

The appearance of this hotel depicts a boat’s sail. This unique structure has state-of-the-art amenities and one of the most stunning views in Dubai. You’ll be amazed by the floating tennis courts and be wowed with their attached heliport for guests. There are on-call butlers, Rolls Royce service and all the perks a VIP can think of.

Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi

This hotel with 394 rooms and 40 conference rooms cost about $3B to construct. It’s a very lavish place with multiple pools and fountains, white sand beach, a spa and interiors with marble imported from 13 countries and more than 1,000 crystal chandeliers. It’s located in the marina development in the Middle East. The whole place is extravagant living no room for mediocrity.

The Westin Excelsior, Rome, Italy

This hotel is an old-timer but its Villa La Cupola Suite recently got a $7M renovation. It’s built in 1906 and located at Via Veneto District. Their suites span 2 floors and considered to be the largest suite in Italy. The feel of the place may be ancient but the amenities are up to date. You’ll enjoy cathedral style domes, your own private fitness room, sauna, steam bath and Jacuzzi and dining room.

Hotel Cala di Volpe in Porto Cervo, Italy

This hotel stands on a spot overlooking the Mediterranean landscape. It’s reminiscent of an old village. This exclusive hotel has sports amenities, private pools, and spas. Their Presidential Suite which costs around $26,000 per night has a solarium system and its own fitness area.

The Plaza, New York City

The Plaza is the best choice for an NYC vacation if guests want to have the best views of Manhattan. VIPs stay at their Royal Plaza Suite for that reason. The suite has 3 bedrooms and bathrooms, a dining room, library, gym, grand piano, full kitchen, butler’s pantry and its own elevator. It’s designed in old world architecture and has a butler service. The hotel which was built in 1907 became a National Historic Landmark in 1969.

Hotel President Wilson in Geneva Switzerland

Many powerful people and elite guests like Bill Clinton and Bill Gates have come to stay in this hotel. The hotel has only 8 floors but they’re a champion in hospitality, amenities and more. Their Royal Suite measure 1680 square feet and have the best views of Lake Geneva. There are 12 bedrooms at this top floor suite and to keep their guests safe, the windows are bulletproof and emergency alarms are present in the suite.

Laucala Island Resort, Fiji

Fiji is famous for its white sand beaches, crystal clear waters and private islands. It’s sort of a paradise here on earth. This is the place where people bask in the sun and let the day goes by. Located in Fiji is Delana Hilltop Estate at the top of Nawi Mountain. An application process needs to be done to rent the place which is made of Fijian thatched roofs and has a garden and infinity pool complete with tiki torches.

The Royal Villa, Grand Resort Lagonissi in Athens, Greece

For a hefty price, you get to live in a three bedroom villa with an indoor and outdoor pool, garden, a private beach, a massage area, gym, your own chef and butler, VIP helicopter and limousine, personal trainer and pianist. The villa is located at the edge of the Aegean Sea at Cape Sounio (Athenian Riviera). It seems like everything you need is already there. Just pack your suitcase already.

The last in the list can be found in Shanghai. It isn’t as expensive as some on the list but its price is still quite high. If you’re a guest in the suite then you can enjoy their 2 private rooftop gardens, 25th-floor views of Shanghai and Huangpu River. Suite guests can have a sample of wine from the private cellar and enjoy a relaxing bath at the marbled master bathroom which is complete with steam room and sauna. There’s also a butler’s kitchen as well as a private gym.

So if you’re feeling the need to splurge on your holiday vacation, treat yourself to any of these marvelous and downright expensive. You’ve worked hard and it’s time you spend it on these noteworthy places where you can truly have a good time and forget about reality for a while. After all, you only live once.

Melo Villareal is the Online Publisher of Outoftownblog.com. He is an Accountant by profession who left the corporate world at the age of 23 to explore his beautiful country and the rest of the world. Today, Melo works as a part-time Social Media Manager for local and international clients. His full-time work focuses on discovering interesting culture, explore different cuisines and take memorable photos from local and international destinations he's visiting.

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